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Speechify is a text-to-speech platform used by over 50 million people to convert PDFs, books, Google Docs, news articles, and websites into audio. The company was named Chrome Extension of the Year by Google and received Apple's 2025 Design Award for Inclusivity. With ~200 employees globally in a fully distributed setting, Speechify is building products that remove reading barriers for learners, particularly those with dyslexia and ADD.
The Platform team is responsible for all backend services including payments, analytics, subscriptions, text-to-speech processing, and external APIs. As a Software Engineer on this team, you will design, develop, and maintain robust APIs including the public TTS API and internal services for payments, subscriptions, authentication, and consumption tracking. You'll oversee the full backend API landscape, optimizing for performance and maintainability while collaborating with cross-functional teams to align backend architecture with product strategy.
Key responsibilities include designing scalable backend systems, enhancing API performance, collaborating on B2B solutions for enterprise clients, and working closely with product and frontend teams. The role requires proven backend development experience with TypeScript/Node.js and direct experience with Google Cloud Platform. Preferred qualifications include familiarity with AWS or Azure, Docker containerization, and Kubernetes deployment. The company values strategic thinking, fast execution, excellent communication, and a drive to win. Speechify operates as a flat organization where technical excellence and consistent delivery create leadership opportunities. The interview process involves multiple technical rounds completed within one week.
